The Patient Is Receiving Cholestyramine (Questran) and Complains of Constipation

question 8

Multiple Choice

The patient is receiving cholestyramine (Questran) and complains of constipation. The physician orders bisacodyl (Dulcolax) tablets. When is the best time for the nurse to administer the bisacodyl (Dulcolax) tablets?

• A) The drugs can be administered together.
• B) Four hours after administration of cholestyramine (Questran).
• C) Bisacodyl (Dulcolax) can be given any time but must be taken with food.
• D) One hour after administration of cholestyramine (Questran).

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